Montréal to New Orleans (YUL–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Montréal to New Orleans
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,394 mi 2h 8m nonstop 45 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YUL and MSY, connecting options are available through 45 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YUL to MSY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
45
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
DAY ~4h 19m BCT ~5h 17m BWI ~5h 42m PBI ~5h 53m STL ~6h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,099
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YUL → MSY
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
50%
Return
MSY → YUL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YUL delays → MSY delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
New Orleans is 0 hours the same as Montréal.
YUL: EDT · MSY: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans.
Distance & Flight Time
1,394 mi / 2,243 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 8m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YUL

The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.

Facts

YUL–MSY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montréal to New Orleans route.
Route details
Distance1,394 mi / 2,243 km
Flight time2h 8m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections45 hubs
Origin: YUL
Full nameMontreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m
Destination: MSY
Full nameLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
IATA / ICAOMSY / KMSY
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr13.1M
Elevation4 ft / 1 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YUL to MSY flights.
Nonstop flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport take approximately 2h 8m. The route covers 1,394 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAY, BCT, BWI, PBI, STL, OPF, HOU, CHS, SCF, MBJ, PLS, GUA, SAL, SJO, CVG, YYZ, BNA, DTW, FLL, CLT, MIA, ATL, ORD, EWR, MSP, BOS, RDU, PHL, DCA, DFW, MCO, LGA, IAD, LHR, AUS, LAS, DEN, CUN, IAH, JFK, TPA, PHX, SFO, LAX and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YUL to MSY

Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YUL to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YUL to MSY ranges from 2 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,394 miles (2,243 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.